Demonstrations erupt in cities throughout western Iran
Worldtribune.com  | April 8, 2005 | SPECIAL TO WORLD TRIBUNE.COM
 

Street demonstrations calling for democratic reform are spreading in cities throughout western Iran.

The Iranian opposition has reported clashes between Kurdish pro-democracy forces and authorities in western Iran. The opposition said battles took place in Baneh, Mahabad, Marivan, Piranshahr and Sanandaj.

Several demonstrators were injured and dozens of others were arrested in the demonstrations on April 6, Middle East Newsline reported. Opposition sources said police used rubber bullets and tear gas to disperse the protests.....